Open day Hutting Yachts
A day for sailors, by sailors
Hutting Yachts Open Day – Saturday, October 17th 11:00 – 17:00
On Saturday, 17 October, we will open the doors of our shipyard in Makkum for a day filled with sailing yachts, stories, craftsmanship and inspiration.
Step aboard several Hutting yachts, explore our brokerage and refit projects, browse the stands at our mini-market inside the shipyard, and be inspired by our lecture programme (see the schedule below).
Join us and discover everything about our approach, new-build yachts and refit services.
Step Aboard Our Brokerage Sailing Yachts
During the Open Day, discover a special selection of sailing yachts, including our brokerage yachts:
- NEW: Hutting 46 Fier – the first yacht in the new, performance-optimised Hutting line.
- NEW: Hutting 50 Myrrdin – highly regarded by the sailing press and experts for many years.
- Hutting 45 Faja Lobi – a proven long-distance cruiser
- J-Class yacht
- Lemsteraak Jenna
Click here to learn more about our brokerage offering.
Several Hutting owners will also open their sailing yachts to visitors. Step aboard and learn more about their sailing experiences and the choices behind their yachts.
Discover the possibilities of our Refit
Explore our extensive refit capabilities and view several projects up close. Step aboard the fully hybrid 56ft Truly Classic Hoek Design ‘Elysium’ and the fully refitted Sweden Yachts 41 Resonate, among others.
Discover What’s New at Our Mini-Market
At the heart of the shipyard, you will find our mini-market where you will find a variety of stands dedicated to all things sailing.
Discover sails, lithium batteries, yacht electrification and the latest navigation equipment, and meet some of our trusted suppliers, including upholsterer Jaarsma Silvius, Stok Electric and Blanken Maritiem.
You can also browse books by Dick Huges, sailing accessories from Tastbaar and the beautiful Fender Lights by Linda in Friesland.
It is the perfect opportunity to discover new products, exchange knowledge and connect with experts and fellow sailors.
Lecture programme
Please note: Times are subject to change. Keep an eye on our emails and other channels for the latest updates.
12:30–13:00 | Krekt Sailing – Choose the Topic!
Krekt Sailing offers a range of courses for experienced sailors. Which topic would you like to learn more about?
- Passage planning: How to prepare for a multi-day voyage or ocean crossing
- Manoeuvring under power: How to navigate and moor confidently at quays, in marinas and in locks
- Emergency repairs: The most essential repairs you can carry out yourself while sailing
13:30–14:30 | Astrid Pascal & De Kapitein
The authors of the bestselling book De Kapitein en Ik will share their remarkable story and experiences at sea. Crossing an ocean completely unprepared and without any sailing experience: Astrid did it, together with her captain. Their book is filled with inspiration, humour and depth.
The book will, of course, be available to purchase during the Open Day. In the meantime, you can read more here.
P.S. An English edition will be published soon!
15:00–15:30 | Book Presentation: Omweg over de Oceaan
Lars and Kirsten sailed the ultimate Atlantic circuit aboard their iconic Victoire 933. From the Faroe Islands and Iceland to Brazil and Suriname, they will share stories of their remarkable adventures and the romance of sailing.
16:00–16:30 | Tim Lemeer & Liesbeth Brederode about weather routing
Discover everything you need to know about weather routing: how can you use weather information to make better decisions at sea? Cruising and racing duo Tim and Liesbeth will share their knowledge and experience, followed by the opportunity to step aboard their Sweden Yachts 41 Resonate and explore the related technology, tips and techniques in practice.
In-Depth First Aid at Sea Clinics -- times t.b.d. by application
Rob Sijbers from Medical Sailing will host practical clinics on first aid at sea. The exact times will be scheduled based on registrations during the Open Day.
Interested? Please indicate this on your registration form, including your preferred time.
And, Last but definitely not least: of course, refreshments will be provided. A food truck inside the shipyard will serve soup and sandwiches, with coffee, tea and sweet treats available throughout the day.
A Day for Sailors, by Sailors
Come along to explore, listen, discover and, above all, exchange plenty of sailing stories.
Register now
Mark Saturday 17 October in your calendar and register below: we look forward to welcoming you!
Attending the Open Day is entirely free, but we kindly ask you to register via the contact form here.
